Pekingese Country of origin : The same country with Chinese Shar pei & Chow chow, China
Pekingese Original and Today’s Function : Companion dog
The Pekingese is an ideal city dog and very suitable for people who are not very sporty

Pekingese Dog Appearance

Pekingese dog body
The Pekingese has a thickset, powerful and sturdy build with heavy bones. The dog breed is characterized by a lion-like appearance.The chest is broad and the back level. There is a distinct waist and the ribs are well sprung. The tail is set high, is carried slightly curved over the back and falls to the side. The heavy bones of the forelegs are slightly bowed and the large, flat front Pekingese’s feet are slightly turned out. The feet must not be round, because of the broad chest the forelegs are wider apart than the hind legs. The neck is very short and thick.

Pekingese dog head
The head is broader than it is deep, with a wide flat skull. The stop is deep and the short, broad nose with large, open nostrils lies between the eyes. In profile, the Pekingese has a flat face. The muzzle is wide and the lower jaw is very strong and powerful. The large eyes have a clear expression and are set well apart. The ears are heart-shaped and carried close to the head. The leathers must not reach below the muzzle line.

Pekingese dog weight and shoulder height
The Pekingese weight approx 8½ – 12lb ( 4 – 5½ kg) bitches are generally bit heavier than dogs.
The Pekingese shoulder height approx 7½ inc ( 20m cm )

Pekingese Dog coat and colors
The long straight coat has profuse manes. The topcoat is fairly hard and the undercoat is soft and luxuriant. The long feathering on the ears, tail, feet and culottes are characteristic of this dog breed.
Nearly all colors are permitted in Pekingese breed, except liver or albino. In parti-colored specimens symmetrical markings are preferred. Common colors are various shades of yellow, gray and red with black fringes and a black mask. The pigment of the lips, nose and eyelids must be black in all colors. Pekingese colors should be dark.

Pekingese dog temperament

Pekingese dog character
Pekingese dogs are affectionate and devoted to their owners, without being dependent. Dignified in a charming manner and fairly headstrong, they are very brave, self-confident and even-tempered by nature. Pekingese are one of the quietest dog breeds. You will rarely hear them bark. They are not particularly fond strangers. They will decide who will be their master.

Pekingese dog social behavior
Pekingese dogs get on reasonably well with other dogs, in the sense that they do their own thing and are not bothered by others dogs. Pekingese generally have no problems mixing with other animals either, but this depends largely on how well the dos have been socialized. Since they do not usually like being disturbed, they are less suitable for a family with young kids. They keep aloof from people they do not know.

Pekingese general dog care

Pekingese dog grooming
The coat of Pekingese requires fairly intensive grooming. The puppy should be taught to be brushed nd combed regularly from an early age to prevent trouble later on. Pay particular attention to the hair under the leg joints, the belly and the legs where most tangles occur. A coarse comb with wide teeth is best for this purpose. Before, during and after grooming you can sprinkle the coat with talcum powder or dry shampoo. The face requires particular care and attention, otherwise infection can occur in the facial creases. In some specimens the eyes need a little extra care. Any hair growing between the pads should be clipped and the claws should be clipped short at regular intervals using a suitable claw clipper. If you regard the grooming requirements of a dog such as this one as necessary evil then you would be wise to consider a less demanding breed.

Pekingese dog training

Although a Pekingese will not be told what to do, you will still have to teach it some basic dog training or principles. If you do not want to end up with a bad-tempered dog that wants to have everything its own way.The fastest way to teah it is by praising it abundantly for desirable behavior. The average Pekingese will withdraw feeling terribly upset and offended if it is punished.

Pekingese dog exercise
Most Pekingese are not to keen on long walks. This is partly due their build and the shape of their skull, but also to their disposition. The dog will be perfectly happy if you take it for short walk a few times a day. In warm weather they prefer to lie down in a cool spot rather than going out of a walk with you.

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